Yes: in Indiana, appraisers need a state license issued by the Real Estate Appraiser Licensure and Certification Board (Professional Licensing Agency). You can check a name yourself on PLA E-Verification.
Appraisers in Indiana: what buyers ask
How much does a home appraisal cost?
VA single-family appraisal fees run $650 to $1,500 by county (May 2026). Lenders must give you the appraisal promptly or 3 business days before closing.
How is property tax calculated in Indiana?
Indiana caps homestead property tax at 1% of gross assessed value, and for taxes payable in 2026 the standard homestead deduction is $48,000 plus a supplemental deduction of 40% of the remainder, with the standard deduction phasing out to $0 by 2031. 2026 bills are due May 11 and November 10, and an assessment appeal is due June 15 if the Form 11 notice was mailed before May 1.
Check a appraiser yourself
- License required · Real Estate Appraiser Licensure and Certification Board (Professional Licensing Agency)
- Titles you will see: Licensed residential real estate appraiser, Certified residential real estate appraiser, Certified general real estate appraiser
- Check a name yourself: PLA E-Verification (we could not open this search page ourselves)
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